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Kensal Elementary School
Elementary School · KENSAL 19
803 1st Ave, Kensal, ND 58455
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Kensal Elementary School
Kensal Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kensal, ND, part of the KENSAL 19. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Students demonstrate 75% proficiency in math and 75% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,188, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Kensal Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Kensal Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Kensal Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 803 1st Ave, Kensal, ND 58455
- Website
- kensalschool.org
- Phone
- (701) 435-2484
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
803 1st Ave, Kensal, ND 58455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kensal Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MIDKOTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Binford). Another option is ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 27.8 miles away, in nearby Jamestown). Additionally, LOUIS L'AMOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 28.3 miles away, in nearby Jamestown). For more schools in Kensal, see our Kensal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,188
Median Home Value
$127,300
Population
307
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
92.3%
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Median Age
34
Community Profile
The community surrounding Kensal Elementary School has a median household income of $77,188. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $127,300. The local poverty rate of 1.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kensal Elementary School
What grades does Kensal Elementary School serve?
Kensal Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Kensal Elementary School?
Kensal Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kensal Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kensal Elementary School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Kensal Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Kensal Elementary School has 75.0% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Kensal Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kensal Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kensal Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kensal Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kensal Elementary School?
35.7% of students at Kensal Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (163/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Stutsman County
- Phone
- (701) 435-2484
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
KENSAL 19- District Enrollment
- 29
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,276
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